How to Write 'Peace' in Baybayin Script (Ilocano)
Authentic and historically accurate pre-Philippine script transliteration of the Ilocano word Peace. Etymology, root derivatives, and conjugations validated by linguistic researcher and pre-Philippine script expert Kristian Kabuay.
ILOCANO TRANSLATION
Peace
Traditional Writing Method
Breakdown:
Ka-Pi-A
Modern Writing Method
Breakdown:
Ka-Pi-A
Etymology
Rooted in the word 'pia' which denotes wellness, health, or a good state of being.
ROOT WORD: PIA
nakapia
quiet or calm
pumapia
to get better
ikapian
to settle peacefully
mabalin-a-kapia
possible peace